Join former House Speaker, professor, historian, and futurist Newt Gingrich as he shares his lifetime of knowledge and access to the world’s most interesting minds in a new series that covers all aspects of our society. From history to health, national security to science, Newt offers stories, conversations, and context to uncover new perspectives, knowledge and insight. This podcast isn’t about politics; it’s about exploring the past, present, and future to understand where we’ve been and where we’re going. Welcome to Newt’s World, a podcast for independent thinkers.

Abraham Lincoln led the nation through the Civil War, preserved the union and abolished slavery. As the 16th President of the United States, he served from 1861 until his assassination in April 1865. Part of the Immortals leadership series.

On September 6, 2007 just after midnight, a Syrian nuclear reactor site was destroyed by a top secret Israeli air strike. Newt’s guest is Yaakov Katz, author of Shadow Strike and current Editor-in-Chief of the Jerusalem Post.

One of the most important struggles on the planet is taking place right now between the people of Hong Kong and Communist China. Newt discusses the implications of this major turning point in China and across the world.

In June 1979, Pope John Paul II visited Poland for 9 days. His influential visit to his homeland began the Solidarity movement. Together with President Ronald Reagan and Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, the three would work to end communism. This is the 40th Anniversary.

In 2017, 47,000 Americans died of an opioid overdose, including active duty and veterans of the military. Based on Newt's new book “Collusion", this episode looks at pain management and what can be done to better manage addiction.

Roman politician, military general and historian who was at the helm of the rise of the Roman Empire and the demise of the Roman Republic. What can we learn from Caesar? Part of the Immortals leadership series.